Legislation Resources

"Disability only becomes a tragedy when society fails to provide the things needed to lead one's daily life." - Judith Heurmann

Thanks to the support of advocates for special education, legislation has been put in place to protect their right to education. On this page are several links to the legislation that has been written along with resources that are helpful for classroom teachers.

Here are some of the important legislation writings and topics that teachers must be aware of:

IDEA Statutes and Regulations

Section 504 Basics

ABC's of SPED

Six Principles of IDEA

Least Restrictive Environment

Teacher's Guide to 504

Continuum of Services

Watch this video to learn more about important special education legislation:

IEP and 504 Resources

Classroom teacher encounter hundreds of IEPs across their career. Below is a section of resources to help understand and manage the IEP that are provided.

IEP Overview

Michigan IEP Page

The IEP Process: Everything You Need to Know

5 Tips to Prepare for an IEP Meeting

What Qualifies for an IEP?

Sample IEP Goals

If a child does not qualify for a IEP, they are eligible for a 504 plan. Teachers will also encounter these frequently. Here is some helpful resources on 504.

504 Plan Basics

What Qualifies for a 504 Plan?

Watch this video to learn some information about IEP Plans: